Payroll & HR assistant

We are currently looking to recruit a Payroll and HR assistant to join a School in West London.

The Payroll Assistant will be an essential member of the Administrative, HR and Finance Team and will contribute towards the smooth running of the school.

Payroll & HR assistant

Hours: 8:30am-4.30pm

Temporary to Permanent applicants to be considered

Location: On site

Duration: Ongoing

Proactive and detail-oriented Payroll&HRAssistant to join our team. This is a key support role working across both payroll and HR functions.

The successful candidate will play a vital part in the smooth running of day-to-day operations and will also contribute to an exciting systems migration project.

(Currently in the process of transitioning to a new HR and Finance system. Familiarity with system change is highly desirable and will support a seamless transition.)

Payroll

• End-to-end processing of monthly payroll.
• Input and verify payroll data accurately, ensuring compliance with deadlines and regulations.
• Liaise with payroll provider to ensure smooth processing and reporting.
• Respond to payroll queries from employees in a timely and supportive manner.
• Support with pension enrolments, income protection and liaise with external providers as required.
• Maintain payroll records and prepare reports for senior management.
• Stay updated with payroll legislation and ensure compliance at all times.

HR Administration

• Support onboarding and offboarding processes for employees.
• Maintain accurate HR records.
• Support HR queries and escalate when necessary.
• Assist in drafting letters, contracts, and other documentation.
• Ensure compliance with employment law and internal policies.

System Migration Project

• Assist with data collection, cleansing, and transfer onto new systems.
• Help test new system functionality and provide feedback to the project team.
• Support with communications related to the new platforms.
• Ensure employee data is migrated accurately and securely.

• Previous experience in a payroll and/or HR administrative role.
• Experience using TPS software is desirable.
• Familiarity with HR portals is a distinct advantage.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (particularly Excel and Word).
• Excellent attention to detail, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• High level of confidentiality and discretion.
• Willingness to complete a DBS check.